Coast Guard–approved PT-1 Charters in Oriental, operated by Captain Roy Pittman, introduces the waterways to first time sailors so they want to come back for more. Pittman provides guided sight-seeing tours and fishing trips, as well as instruction. Those well experienced in boats return to Pittman because they recognize and respect his skills and because his love for what he does is contagious. Taking people out on a 22-foot Atlantic Skiff with T- top, the captain offers practical learning opportunities regarding whatever activity interests his passengers that day. Captain Pittman also teaches three levels of Captains classes: the OUPV ( 6 Pac), Upgrade to Master and the Towing Endorsement.